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    Overview

    Structure and function of the nervous system at a network and systems level.

    About this paper

    Paper title Systems Neuroscience
    Subject Neuroscience
    EFTS 0.1500
    Points 18 points
    Teaching period Semester 2 (On campus)
    Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $1,243.65
    International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
    Prerequisite
    (CELS 191 or CELS 199), (HUBS 191 or PTWY 131) plus 54 points
    Restriction
    ANAT 242, DENT 262, MELS 241, MELS 251, PHCY 251, PHSL 251, PHTY 251, PHTY 250, PHSL 231
    Recommended Preparation
    BIOC 192, CHEM 191 and PHSI 191
    Contact
    anatomy@otago.ac.nz
    Teaching staff

    2025 teaching staff to be confirmed.

    Textbooks

    Textbook to be confirmed.

    Graduate Attributes Emphasised

    Global Perspective, Interdisciplinary Perspective, Information Literacy, Cultural Understanding, Critical Thinking, Research, Self-Motivation, Teamwork, Communication
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    Learning Outcomes

    Students who successfully complete the paper will:

    • Gain deep understanding of and integration of knowledge of neural networks and systems neuroanatomy neuropharmacology and neurophysiology
    • Gain experience in performing neuroscience research on integrated activity across networks and systems
    • Understand the principles of accurate neuroscience recordings and analysis with a focus on integrated activity across networks and systems
    • Relate research findings in integrated neural activity across networks and systems to basic physiological principles and human health

    Timetable

    Semester 2

    Location
    Dunedin
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught On Campus
    Learning management system
    Blackboard

    Lecture

    Stream Days Times Weeks
    Attend
    A1 Monday 11:00-11:50 29-35, 37-42
    AND
    B1 Tuesday 11:00-11:50 29-35, 37-42
    AND
    C1 Wednesday 10:00-10:50 30, 32, 34, 37, 39, 41

    Practical

    Stream Days Times Weeks
    Attend one stream from
    A1 Monday 14:00-15:50 29-35, 37-42
    A2 Monday 16:00-17:50 29-35, 37-42
    A3 Monday 18:00-19:50 29-35, 37-42
    A4 Tuesday 08:00-09:50 29-35, 37-42
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